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Beautiful park in a peaceful and secluded setting.
• Cabins, including dog-friendly cabins
• Powered and unpowered sites
• Playground • Pool
• Camp kitchen • Canoe hire
Ideal for all water sports, canoeing, birdwatching, central to
all Riverland towns and close to Banrock Station.
461 Holmes Road, Kingston-on-Murray
Ph: (08) 8583 0209
Email: info@komcaravanpark.com.au
www.komcaravanpark.com.au
KINGSTON-ON-MURRAY
CARAVAN PARK
GLOSSOP
231 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference B2
Glossop, a small town with a strong sense
of community, was named after Vice Admiral
J.C . Glossop, Commander of HMAS Sydney
which sank the German raider Emden during
World War I. An anchor commemorates this
event. Bella Lavender Estate is another popular
attraction selling a range of lavender products
and a café ser ving wood-oven pizzas.
KINGSTON-ON-MURRAY
214 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference B2
Originally called Thurk, the town was part of
the new village settlement scheme started in
the 1890s. One of Australia’s great explorers
Captain Charles Sturt landed near the town
in 1830.
Today, Kingston-on-Murray is a great base for
exploring the river on a guided boat tour or
canoe. The excellent Banrock Station Wine and
Wetland Centre is a major attraction, offering
wine tastings, a modern restaurant, walking
trails and birdwatching opportunities.
LOVEDAY
225 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference B2
Loveday was the site of a prisoner of war
camp during World War II. Established in 1941,
it was one of the largest in Australia covering
about 180 hectares. The camp was closed
at the end of the war and only a few original
buildings still remain – contact the Barmera
Visitor Information Centre for details. Other
attractions include the 4x4 Adventure Park and
Loveday Lagoons.
LOXTON
257 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference B3
Known as the ‘Garden Town of the Riverland’,
Loxton is celebrated for its beautifully
maintained gardens.
Local attractions include The Village, Loxton,
which has over 45 fully-restored buildings and
exhibitions of farm equipment, machinery and
household items used by the early settlers.
Another highlight is The Tree of Knowledge – a
magnificent old river red gum; Lock 4, located
just outside of Loxton; and The Pines, a historic
house which was built in 1909.
Those with a penchant for history should pick
up a copy of the Discover Loxton, Moorook
and Kingston-on-Murray Walk and Drive guide
from the Visitor Information Centre. Christmas
is a special time in Loxton. On the last
Saturday in November a spectacular fireworks
show signals the start of the Loxton Christmas
Lights Festival. Hundreds of households and
businesses throughout the town are decorated
with fairy lights and Christmas displays. You
can follow the Christmas Lights Tour Route.
Explore the region like a local
Do the kids need to let off a bit of steam? Visit Loxton’s
new, creative playground – fun for children of all ages and
abilities. The visitor centre is near, so call in and collect
copies of our maps, drives and guides with information on
accommodation, dining, shopping and things to see and do
for the whole family. Open seven days (closed Good Friday
and Christmas Day).
Bookpurnong Terrace, Loxton
Ph: 1300 869 990
Email: requests@visitloxton.com.au
www.visitloxton.com.au
LOXTON VISITOR
INFORMATION CENTRE
Cobdogla Station Caravan Park is probably one of South
Australia’s best-kept secrets. Located 220 kilometres north
east of Adelaide, Cobby is a small family-friendly and
family-operated caravan park.
With plenty of room for you and the kids, come and enjoy a
truly relaxing holiday with all that the Riverland has to offer.
Whether it is waterskiing, fishing or simply relaxing by the
pool, Cobby is the perfect place to spend the weekend.
Shueard Road, Cobdogla
Ph: (08) 8588 7164
www.cobdoglacaravanpark.com.au
COBDOGLA STATION
CARAVAN PARK
CADELL
185 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference D1
Cadell attracts ornithologists and international
botanists to see its unique varieties of Prickly
bottlebrush. Visitors can follow an interpretive
trail through the wetlands.
Sample local wines and delicious regional
produce at Caudo Vineyards. They also host
the True Grit military-style obstacle challenge.
Town facilities include a grassed riverfront
area, playground, barbecues and camping
facilities. Don’t miss the Cadell Harvest
Festival, which includes Murray River Carp
throwing, cockroach racing, orange and grape
throwing, an Easter Egg Hunt and Giant
Pumpkin competition.
COBDOGLA
200 kilometres from Adelaide
map reference B2
Cobdogla, an Aboriginal word meaning 'land of
plenty', is a family-friendly holiday destination,
with a riverfront caravan park and the nearby
Bruno Bay boat ramp.
Attractions include The Cobdogla Irrigation
and Steam Museum, which houses the only
working Humphrey Pump in the world. A
small fee applies and rides are available by
arrangement. The Cobdogla Club is a friendly
place for a drink or a delicious meal.